Articles tagged under: NDSU Extension
More Cattle Going to Slaughter
Published August 6, 2018
Cow and heifer numbers moving to slaughter are up more than eight percent from one year ago. NDSU Extension Livestock Marketing Economist Tim Petry says a lack of grass due to drought is the reason. "Actually, beef cow slaughter is up…Watch for Pinkeye and Foot Rot in Cattle
Published August 2, 2018
A combination of heat, water and pest pressure can increase the risk of pinkeye and foot rot in cattle. NDSU Extension veterinarian Dr. Gerald Stokka says there are certainly differences in susceptibility to organisms that can cause infection. Regardless, treatment…Keep Cash Flowing During Tough Trade Times
Published July 30, 2018
Farmers took in current market trends and explored risk management options at the North Dakota Soybean Council’s Marketing Seminar for Soybeans. When it comes to soybean demand, trade and tariffs continue to dominate the news right now. NDSU crops economist…Goss’s Wilt Found in Grand Forks County
Published July 26, 2018
NDSU Extension-Grand Forks County agent Sam Haugen has found Goss’s Wilt in some county corn fields. "We found it throughout most of the county, but we have found hot spots to the western part. These conditions are just perfect for further…New Soybean ID Tool Available
Published July 26, 2018
NDSU Extension soybean plant pathologist Sam Markell and University of Minnesota Extension soybean plant pathologist Dean Malvick have developed a soybean disease identification tool for the northern soybean growing region. Malvick says the tool is similar to what other regions…Scout for Palmer Amaranth
Published July 25, 2018
NDSU Extension is asking farmers to scout for Palmer Amaranth in fields. The noxious weed can reduce yield up to 91 percent in corn and 79 percent in soybeans. Palmer amaranth is not yet in North Dakota. The weed is…Starter Flock Applications Now Being Accepted
Published July 23, 2018
NDSU Extension and the North Dakota Lamb and Wool Producers Association are seeking youth interested in the sheep industry and building their own flock. For the tenth year, the associations are accepting applications for the Start Flock Discounted Loan Program.…Trifecta of Uncertainty Impacting Livestock Markets
Published July 23, 2018
As of late, there are three major factors influencing livestock markets: weather, record high production and trade uncertainty. That’s according to NDSU Extension livestock economic Tim Petry. "The beef side is experiencing record exports, but we have to keep those…Livestock Producers Encouraged to Watch for Blue-Green Algae
Published July 23, 2018
Hot weather increases the risk of cyanobacteria poisoning in livestock, also known as blue-green algae. The North Dakota Department of Health has posted advisories for lakes in Golden Valley, McIntosh, Burleigh and Morton Counties. In addition, several water samples submitted…